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Just gathering parts.
396ci pulled out of a buddies car so that a 502ci could go in. A core turbo 400 to be rebuilt. Also have decided to change front clip to 1955-1956 chevy and the tailgate to chevy also.
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Got all the parts I need to swap the front sheetmetal today. Very excited.
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Another GMC gone Chevy… you probably know the hood hinges are different and use different holes, and the core support saddles will need to move about 2” back also.
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Pulled the front clip Sunday. Also here is a pic of the 55-56 grill I’ll be running.
Any idea what the marking on driverside of fire wall ?? “545” maybe or 54b just curious. Posted via Mobile Device Last edited by Rickysnickers; 08-17-2022 at 09:50 AM. |
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This was on pass side of firewall any ideas ? Thanks
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So I picked this up today.
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Whose cross member and "hats" are those?
I ask because I have an older Fatman Fabrications kit I bought used on Craigslist and never installed on my truck I need to sell. Hopefully to someone here but I can't run an ad. It has A arms and hubs, shocks, etc. If you wouldn't mind, can you drop me a PM and let me ask some questions?
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Part gathering. Rear tires arrived and I got them mounted on the rear wheels.
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Also picked a color. Due to all the different color parts, I decided to paint the exterior. I have always wanted to paint an entire exterior vehicle with rattle cans. This old truck is the perfect candidate. Cam gave me a simple procedure for prepping. Body work will be little to none. After the painting it will get washed and scrubbed to knock a little of the shine off. It will not be nice…but it will be 1 color!!
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Having FUN!!
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Scuff and shoot this morn! Rattle Can Resto…
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that came out pretty good! can't wait to see the final product
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Updates. Mores scuff and shoot.
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Forgot to post this. Details! Semi blacked backside of cowl vent and cleaned up wiper trim. I am in AZ so no wipers is no problem.
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The scuff and shoot continues.
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More scuff and shoot.
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Couple swapmeet scores for the truck.
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I did change my mind no more big block th400, instead going with a 350/th350 good old small block Chevy power. This engine and trans came out of a 75 chevy squarebody. The engine will get a quick clean up and fresh orange paint with some chrome nik-naks. Nothing fancy just clean and simple.
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Front wheels and tires got mounted a couple weeks ago. Also scrubbed the dash and added a sticker. I am getting tired of Bozo’s 😀😀 !!
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More Green paint.
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Got the truck moved to a buddies place. This is gonna be FUN!
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do you plan to keep the 8 stud wheel running gear or upgrade to a smoother ride?
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